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The harbor in Oslo, Norway.

The harbor in Oslo, Norway.

Why visit Oslo

Surrounded by mountains and sea, this compact, cultured and fun city has a palpable sense of reinvention.

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Winter in the Arctic North: 12 Days by Water and Land

12 days / 11 nights

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  1. 1 Witnessing the colorful choreography of the Arctic's Northern Lights
  2. 2 Experiencing the fairytale wonders of the enchanting Lofoten Islands
  3. 3 Cruising with Hurtigruten on a seven-day tour of Norway's winter highlights
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Best Things to Do

Take in the view from an opera house rooftop, enjoy art at a free sculpture park, and feel the heat in a floating sauna, all on your trip to Oslo.


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Things to Know

One writer knew she had to fly to Oslo for a good friend’s birthday. But could she stick to a budget in the notoriously expensive capital?


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Money and Costs

One writer knew she had to fly to Oslo for a good friend’s birthday. But could she stick to a budget in the notoriously expensive capital?


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Traveling with Kids

Oslo is known worldwide as a capital of culture, with enough cutting-edge arts, cuisine, architecture and design to keep even the pickiest traveller…


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